Melody Varner, Phd, Flmi, Lpcc(Ca) Email & Phone Number

• Instructional Design & Multi-Platform Training: Designed and maintained an extensive library of instructional materials, including eLearning modules, presentations, and manuals, tailored for various learning platforms.
• Project Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Led cross-functional teams, working closely with subject matter experts (SMEs), clients, and stakeholders to deliver training solutions that aligned with regulatory.
• Fiscally Efficient & Budgeting: Managed departmental budgets, optimizing training costs through strategic resource allocation and effective vendor negotiation. Delivered high-impact training solutions while staying.
• Revenue Growth & Talent Development: Spearheaded training initiatives that directly contributed to business growth by developing talent and improving sales performance. Helped generate 7-figure revenue growth annually.
• Engaging Speaker & Conference Representation: Delivered dynamic presentations and served as a speaker at various industry conferences. Increased company visibility and strengthened relationships with key partners and.
• Adaptive, Flexible, and Fun Facilitator & Learning Experience Curator: Continuously innovated training strategies to remain culturally sensitive and adaptable to changing business landscapes, creating an engaging and.

Remote

• Individual Therapy: Delivered personalized therapy to clients addressing a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma and stress-related disorders, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, positive coping.
• Comprehensive Assessments and Treatment Planning: Conducted in-depth biopsychosocial intake assessments, diagnosing mental health disorders using DSM-V criteria, and developed treatment plans with SMART goals. Ensured.
• Evidence-Based Interventions: Utilized a range of therapeutic techniques, including ACT, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness strategies, and corporate coaching to help clients achieve emotional regulation and value-driven.
• Client Documentation: Documented client interactions, progress notes, and treatment plans using various EMR software systems. Adaptable to different platforms and able to quickly shift to new systems as needed.
• Psychoeducation: Educated clients on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies, empowering them to take an active role in their mental health management, resulting in an increase in client.
• Collaboration: Collaborated with multidisciplinary professionals, including psychiatrists, social workers, and other healthcare providers, to create holistic care plans that enhanced client outcomes through a.

Riverdale, GA

• Crisis Intervention: Delivered immediate crisis intervention to diverse populations in-person, by phone, and at various emergency departments. Stabilized high-risk patients, ensuring safety and effective care in.
• Clinical Assessments: Administered biopsychosocial assessments to evaluate patient needs and determine appropriate care levels, including inpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient. Facilitated timely treatment.
• Risk Management: Identified high-risk behaviors, including suicidal and homicidal ideation, psychosis, and substance abuse. Initiated legal holds when necessary to ensure patient and public safety.
• Collaborative Care: Partnered with physicians, psychiatrists, and social workers to review medical records and develop integrated treatment plans, enhancing coordination between medical and behavioral health services.
• Behavioral Health Consultant: Served as a subject matter expert for emergency departments, providing treatment recommendations for patients with acute mental health needs, improving decision-making for care teams.
• Patient and Family Support: Assisted patients and families in accessing psychiatric, medical, and psychosocial services. Provided follow-up support and education in-person and via telehealth, ensuring continuity of care.

Greater Atlanta Area

• Instructional Design & Adult Learning Theory: Served as the lead instructional designer for the department, applying adult learning theory to create effective training programs that addressed learner needs and.
• Gamification & Innovative Thinking: Integrated gamification elements into training modules to boost engagement and motivate learners across North America. Increased learner participation and retention by 20%, making.
• Project Management & SME Consulting: Managed multiple training projects, coordinating with subject matter experts and legal teams to ensure that content was accurate and aligned with business goals. Expanded training.
• Learning Management System & Multi-Platform Training: Implemented and managed an LMS with over 35 self-paced modules, ensuring learners could access training across various platforms. Expanded reach to hard-to-reach.
• Revenue Growth & Performance Metrics: Developed strategic training interventions based on performance metrics, leading to improved sales, premium growth, and state and federal compliance.

B.A, Psychology, Cum Laude

Phd, Psychology, With Distinction (4.0)

M.S., Community Counseling, With Distinction (4.0)